eThekwini unveils new fleet for water tankers and tractors
The City now has 55 new water tankers and 30 tractors.
ETHEKWINI mayor Councillor Mxolisi Kaunda has unveiled a brand-new fleet of 55 water tankers and 30 tractors.
The new fleet is in response to water challenges and the high cost associated with hiring water tankers.
Speaking during the unveiling and handing over of the new fleet to line departments, Kaunda said the acquisition of water tankers aimed to ensure residents received water during supply interruptions.
“We are pleased that communities that are the hardest hit by the disruption of water will have relief knowing that we have increased our capacity to supply them with safe and drinkable water. At a cost of R132.8m, the impact of the new 13 000 litre water tankers will benefit residents,” he said.
Regarding the new fleet of tractors, Mayor Kaunda said it will assist in the maintenance of public spaces and recreational facilities. The new fleet cost R23.2m and will improve the municipality’s ability to maintain public spaces like parks and sport fields.
“We want to assure residents that we will continue to bolster our capacity by spending our financial resources wisely on items that benefit residents. As we increase our capacity and continue to invest in tools for employees to work, we will see improved quality of services where there have been gaps,” concluded Mayor Kaunda.
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